We're hiring a freelance SAY Award Event Manager!
We're hiring a freelance SAY Award Event Manager!Scottish Music Industry Association (SMIA)Deadline: 31 May 2026 at 23:55We're looking to recruit a freelance Ceremony Event Manager to join our small and dedicated team to deliver the Scottish Album of the Year (SAY) Award.Location: Remote working / Glasgow (hybrid) – The SMIA currently operates a hybrid working policy, with the team working from home and from the Scottish Music Centre, Glasgow.Reports to: CEO and Creative DirectorFee: £12,000Contract Term: Freelance contract from June 2026 - 30 November 2026 (approx 40 working days in total)The Scottish Album of the Year (SAY) Award is Scotland's national music prize; celebrating Scottish music and the cultural impact and contribution of outstanding Scottish albums.Person SpecificationEssential:Proven experience managing large-scale live events end-to-endStrong budget management and financial oversight experienceExperience recruiting and managing multi-disciplinary event teamsStrong interpersonal skills; warm, professionalExcellent communication with senior stakeholdersExperience working with Scottish venues and suppliersSound knowledge of H&S, insurance and licensing for live eventsConfident, creative problem-solver, able to develop pragmatic solutions under pressure and adapt quickly when plans changeCommitted to a person-centred approach: ensuring artists, staff, volunteers and audiences feel genuinely welcome, respected and safe; working practices consistently reflect the values set out in the SMIA Staff Code of ConductProficient in Google WorkspaceDesirable:Knowledge of The SAY Award, the SMIA and their valuesExperience with Scottish cultural or music sector eventsExperience managing events in heritage or civic venuesExperience using Slack and/or Asana for team communication and project managementDriver's licenseFirst Aid CertificateExperience/interest in accessible and sustainable event deliveryFor the full job description, visit our link belowTo apply for the role of SAY Award Event Manager, please send your CV and a cover letter to jobs@smia.org.ukThe deadline is Sunday 31 May 2026 at 23:55.J-18808-Ljbffr